The top 10 unmissable beaches on the Elba Island

What are the most beautiful beaches on the Elba Island? The largest and most famous island of the Tuscan Archipelago has many beaches of all kinds, beautiful golden sand beaches, beautiful white pebble beaches, characteristic dark and bright sand beaches, cliffs overlooking the sea, rocks smoothed by the sea, therefore It is very difficult to create a top ten of the 10 that is not influenced by personal tastes, but below we will try to list them trying to be as impartial as possible.
A small initial tip, is to move on the coasts of the Island according to the direction of the wind of the moment, being an island you will certainly find a spot of the sheltered coast that will allow you to make the most of your holidays on Elba.

The ten most beautiful beaches on the Island of Elba

So here we are at the top ten of the most beautiful beaches on the Elba island to visit during your holidays:

1) Cavoli beach in Marina di Campo

At the top of our personal ranking,we find Cavoli beach in Marina di Campo, certainly the most beautiful sandy beach on the Island , voted in 2015 by European users of tripadvisor between the 10 most beautiful beaches in Europe, very popular even in the low season, is definitely worth a visit.
Cavoli beach is made up of light colored sand, the seabed which lowers gently and the crystalline water make it a real salt water pool, the rocks on the sides are excellent for snorkeling and the coast around the beach is suitable for paddle boat and kayak excursions.
The beach is sheltered from all winds except the sirocco, and it is warm and sunny even out of season, the possibility of swimming even in April and until October is not unusual.
Another point in favor of Cavoli beach ,are the various entertainments and musical events that are organized during the summer that make it a beach suitable for a young audience who like to have fun in company.

2) Sansone beach in Portoferraio

Sansone beach is part of the white beaches of Portoferraio, and is the most beautiful pebble beach on the Island , white pebbles, crystal clear water and an abundance of fauna make Sansone beach a natural aquarium that it is definitely worth the 15 minute walk to reach it.

3) Biodola beach in Portoferraio

Among the most famous sandy beaches of the Island , Biodola beach in Portoferraio, made of a fine golden sand surrounded by a gulf with crystal clear water, a destination for many VIPs who choose the luxurious ones every year hotels that are nearby to spend their holidays on the Elba Island.

4) Procchio beach in Marciana

Among the longest and widest sandy beaches on the island , clear water and fine sand make Procchio beach one of the most beautiful beaches on Elba. The seabed that slopes gently and the presence of all comforts and services make it suitable also for families with children.

5) Sant'Andrea Beach in Marciana

In our ranking of the most beautiful beaches on the Island ,Sant'Andrea beach could not miss, made of a central part of sand and small pebbles and on the sides a beautiful granite cliff overlooking the sea, thanks to the few places meters after the shore, it forms a natural swimming pool sheltered from the wind and tides, also suitable for very young children.
Sant'Andrea is connected by a path carved on the rocks to the small and beautiful Cotoncello beach to which we recommend a visit during your stay on the Elba Island.

6) Lacona beach in Capoliveri

Among the most beautiful and extensive sandy beaches on the Island, Lacona beach is among the most famous beaches of Capoliveri, the walkable backdrop for many meters after the shore makes it suitable for everyone, equipped and complete with all services to make your holiday unforgettable.

7) Cala delle Alghe beach in Cavo, Rio Marina

Among the smaller beaches of the Island , narrow and reserved, the Algae cove in the hamlet of Cavo has a bottom made of sand and gravel,is often sheltered from the winds and thanks to its crystal clear water it is ideal for snorkeling and fishing.

8) The beach and the Terranera lake in Porto Azzurro

The beach and the small lake of Terranera in Porto Azzurro has been included in our ranking of the 10 most beautiful beaches on the Island for the characteristics of wild and natural beach, made of a dark and bright sand bottom obtained from the ferrous waste of the minerals extracted during the mining period of the island.
Behind the Terranera beach there is the sulphurous water lake, with its characteristic green color and brackish water, it is definitely worth a visit and it is also suitable as a destination for trekking and nature walks during off-peak season.

9) Paolina beach

You could not miss the Paolina beach, and the famous rock in which the legend (probably invented by a skilled entrepreneur of the place in the 60s) said that Paolina Bonaparte, sister of the famous emperor Napoleon Bonaparte, who especially liked to sunbathe naked on the seafront rock.
Paolina beach is made up of small pebbles and gravel and is very popular due to the clear water and the possibility of being reached by kayak or pedal boat from the nearby Procchio beach.

10) Innamorata beach in Capoliveri

Innamorata beach in Capoliveri is a beautiful beach made up of sand and small pebbles, the water of the seabed is very clear and the many services available make it suitable for everyone, from families with children, to diving lovers to singles looking for fun. Innamorata beach can be used as a starting point to visit characteristic coves that can only be reached by sea via small boats or pedal boats.